Our Favourite Things – Books by Brene Brown Brené Brown is best known for her work as a shame researcher. She sparks the conversation on topics we are most uncomfortable with – shame, belonging, vulnerability, courage. Best of all, she manages to share the information in a readable, storytelling manner. I first read her book, […]

It is with tremendous pride that I share with you this heartfelt letter from one of my brave clients about her journey through recovery from anorexia. An Open Letter by Maddie Quinlan An open letter…to you If you’re reading this, you know me, even if you don’t see me often. What you may not know […]

By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. If you are like many folks that have set a New Year’s Resolution to lose some weight here are my top 3 suggestions based on the dozens of clients I have seen over the years. Understand Portion Distortion Food researchers suggest that we underestimate how much we […]

By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Ah, the start of a new year – a time to reflect back on last year’s events and to look ahead to all the possibilities that this coming year holds. If you find that resolutions are nothing but a frustrating reminder of your poor will power or […]

By Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutrition Consulting Inc. Have you started to think about your goals for 2007? Read on for some tips on how to set SMART GOALS! Reaching your goals is easier if you make them “SMART” goals: S = Specific M = Measurable A = Attainable R = Realistic T = Timely Specific Goals should emphasize what […]

Success Stories

I originally went to see Andrea with a desire to gain control of a bingeing problem. I have always been an all or none eater. As a result I tried every diet and fad to lose weight. Andrea taught me how to not “diet” but eat the right amounts of a variety of food to feel full and satisfied. And most important she taught me that the grey area is OK. It’s okay to have a treat without guilt. I now have my bingeing under control and eat the right amounts of food to give me the energy I need. And for the first time in my life I am not totally consumed with what I am eating. I can actually enjoy going out for dinner and preparing meals! I also feel confident I am teaching my daughters a healthy balance about food and eating.